Can-Am Spyder RT Problems by Year
NHTSA has 271 owner complaints and 13 safety recalls on file for the Can-Am Spyder RT, across 19 model years (2008–2026). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (102). The most reported problem area overall is fuel/propulsion system.
Can-Am Spyder RT years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Spyder RT year: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2018. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 Spyder RT: 102 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2012 Spyder RT: 41 complaints, 1 recall
- 2011 Spyder RT: 29 complaints, 2 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2009 Spyder RT: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2023 Spyder RT: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2026 Spyder RT: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Can-Am Spyder RT problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 98 | 9 | 0 |
| Engine | 73 | 12 | 0 |
| Power Train | 36 | 14 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 29 | 13 | 1 |
| Structure | 27 | 4 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 25 | 8 | 0 |
| Steering | 22 | 8 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Seats | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Can-Am Spyder RT problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
- 2013: fuel/propulsion system (58)
All Can-Am Spyder RT model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Spyder RT | 1 | 1 | — | Power Train | |
| 2025 Spyder RT | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2024 Spyder RT | 5 | 1 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2023 Spyder RT | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2022 Spyder RT | 2 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2021 Spyder RT | 6 | 1 | — | Engine | |
| 2020 Spyder RT | 6 | 2 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2019 Spyder RT | 6 | 2 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2018 Spyder RT | 12 | 2 | — | Power Train | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2017 Spyder RT | 7 | 3 | — | Power Train | |
| 2016 Spyder RT | 9 | 1 | — | Steering | |
| 2015 Spyder RT | 4 | 1 | — | Suspension | |
| 2014 Spyder RT | 13 | 0 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2013 Spyder RT | 102 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2012 Spyder RT | 41 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2011 Spyder RT | 29 | 2 | — | Engine | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2010 Spyder RT | 24 | 4 | — | Steering | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2009 Spyder RT | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2008 Spyder RT | 2 | 0 | — | Engine |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Can-Am Spyder RT years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2010 (24), 2011 (29), 2012 (41), 2013 (102), 2014 (13), 2018 (12) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Spyder RT year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Can-Am Spyder RT?
Fuel/propulsion System, with 98 complaints across 9 model years.
How many recalls does the Can-Am Spyder RT have?
13 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.